Anibal Sanchez
Over at Latino Sports, Julio Pabón writes about Venezuelan baseball pitcher Anibal Sanchez winning the LatinoMVP award for his achievements! Click HERE to read all about it. PHOTO: Washington Nationals
CNCO // VMA’s
Over at Billboard, Jessica Roiz gives us the latest details on CNCO and their performance at the MTV VMA's this Sunday! Click HERE to read more info. PHOTO: CNCO // Billboard
J.I — The Prince of New York
Over at Remezcla, Jennifer Mota writes about Puerto Rican, Brooklyn-native rapper J.I & his rise in the industry. Click HERE to learn more about how Drake is even a fan! PHOTO: J.I Instagram
Latin American Sports
Have you ever heard of Jai-alai, Tejo, Basque Pelota, or Haka Pei? We are Mitú writes about sports that originated in Latin America -- and some that are still practiced today!! To learn more, click HERE. PHOTO: Instagram
Podcast Listen — Gloria Estefan
NPR gives us insight to our ears as Alt Latino contributors Stefanie Fernandez & Felix Contreras host a zoom meeting with Gloria Estefan to discuss her new album BRAZIL305 & the influence Brazilian music has had on her music! Click HERE to hear all about it!...
Guillermo Cabrera Infante
Havana Times' very own Alfredo Fernandez writes about notorious Cuban author Guillermo Cabrera Infante and his influence in literature and film. Click HERE to learn about it! PHOTO: Guillermo Infante & Celia Cruz
Ozuna — Caramelo Remix
Lucas Villa from Remezcla writes about Puerto Rican rapper Ozuna's new remix of Caramelo that features Karol G & Myke Towers. Click HERE to take a listen & read more about the icons! PHOTO: Caramelo Remix
Grammy Museum + Carlos Vives
Jessica Roiz from Billboard writes about Colombian singer Carlos Vives' premiere on Grammy Museum’s digital museum this Friday, August 21st, of his documentary El Mundo Perdido de Cumbiana. It showcases the importance of indigenous influences in vallenato &...
Mana Shop Miami
Have you been wanting to upgrade your wardrobe for the few times you actually dress up lately? Mana Shop Miami has some gear for your fall fashion -- yes, there's face masks, and hats, youth/adult apparel, and more! Click HERE to check out their shopping website....
Miami’s Drive-In Movie Theater
Connie Ogle from Miami.com writes about a drive-in movie theatre in Miami (by the Miami Youth Fair) that is premiering CLASSICS! Click HERE for more info on tickets, locations, etc. PHOTO: Miami Youth Fair Movie Theatre
Daddy Yankee Breaks Record
Shirley Gomez from Hola! writes about Puerto Rican rapper Daddy Yankee breaking another record by reaching 2B views for the 7th time with video Con Calma. To read more details, click HERE! PHOTO: Daddy Yankee Instagram
NBL Reunion
Explica gives us a sneak peek into the Nuestra Belleza Latina Reunion 2020 that will be taking place alongside former judge Julian Gil & Alejandra Espinoza. Click HERE to read more about Gil & his recent endeavors. PHOTO: NBL Judges
Maluma
NBC News briefs us on the latest details of Colombian reggaetonero Maluma & his success with Hollywood, collaborations, & business deals. Click HERE to read all about it! PHOTO: Instagram
Chef Selena Gomez
Virginia Isaad from Remezcla gives us the inside details to Mexican-American Selena Gomez's new HBO cooking show premiering August 13th! Click HERE to read all about it. If you want the trailer -- click HERE. PHOTO: Selena + Chef
Salsa Cubana — Quarantine Style
Did you think salsa dancing and social distancing don't go together? Think again! Cuban Juan Diego goes on the streets of Madrid and offers a salsa dance while adhering to COVID-19 guidelines. Click HERE to take a look for yourself! PHOTO: Youtube
LA Punk Rock Scene
You can't talk about the LA Punk Rock scene without mentioning Mexican-American Alice Bag! NPR Latino USA gives us a 13-minute listen to Bag's view on punk. Click HERE to read more. PHOTO: Alice Bag
Healthy Quarantine Habits
Do you want to have some health hacks during this quarantining? Adrienne Bailon gives us an outline on some tips and tricks. Click HERE to watch on her Youtube channel! PHOTO: Adrienne Bailon
Drake Bell — Diosa
Does Drake Bell from Drake & Josh ring a bell? Well, now you can hear him singing in English & Spanish with new bilingual single Diosa. Click HERE to read more about his love for living in Mexico -- to the point of having learned Spanish to communicate with...
National Latino Museum
Over at Forbes, Alison Durkee writes about the long-awaited National Latino Museum approved by the House to include as a part of the Smithsonian. To read more, click HERE. PHOTO: Smithsonian
Irina Baeva + Gabriel Soto
Explica gives us a sneak peek into Russian Irina Baeva and Mexican Gabriel Soto’s relationship. To get in your feelings this Friday, click HERE. PHOTO: Gabriel & Irina
Sharkboy & Lavagirl Return
Cristal Mesa from wearemitu.com lights up our day with the news of Mexican-American director Robert Rodriguez returning to direct a return of Sharkboy & Lavagirl -- with a daughter! Click HERE for more details! PHOTO: Sharkboy + Lavagirl
InterMiami & Luis Suarez
Over at MLS Soccer, Jonathan Sigal writes about Uruguayan Luis Suarez being offered a transfer to InterMiami after his July 2021 Barcelona contract expires! Click HERE to read more details! PHOTO: Luis Suarez
Peru’s Independence Day
Today is Peru’s Independence Day! If you want to learn some history today, click HERE — Britannica will enlighten your day with some 19th century events! PHOTO: Peruvian Independence
Premios Juventud
Save the date: August 13th, Univision, 8pm. Find out who is leading the nominations for this year's Premios Juventud! Jessica Roiz from Billboard gives us all the details HERE. PHOTO: Karol G & Anuel
Podcast Listen: Anthony Ramos
NPR Latino USA gives us a 30 minute inside look into Brooklyn-raised Puerto Rican Anthony Ramos' life. Click HERE to learn about how he went from being a high school theatre kid to Hollywood's & Broadway's hottest actors! PHOTO: Anthony Ramos
Fashion Stemming in Latin Roots
Tanya Sharma from the Fashion Spot writes about the Latin roots that recent fashion trends have! To learn more, click HERE. PHOTO: Models
Cuban Cigars
Business Insider recently released a brief eight minute video as to why Cuban cigars are so expensive! Click HERE to watch. PHOTO: Cuban cigars
Felix Verdejo Victory
Alan Dawson from Insider writes about Puerto Rican boxer Felix Verdejo's recent victory against previously undefeated boxer Will Madera. Click HERE to read more and watch the fight! PHOTO: Felix Verdejo
El Dany Passes
Over at Billboard, Jessica Roiz writes about Cuban rapper El Dany recently passing away this past Saturdayat the age of 31. He will be remembered by his drive for representing his culture through his duo Yomil y El Dany. Click HERE for more info. PHOTO: Instagram
Dark Desire Debut
Veronica Villafañe from Forbes gives us the inside details to Maite Perroni's thoughts on her new Netflix thriller Dark Desire and where she sees her career heading! Click HERE to read more! PHOTO: Dark Desire
